Weir takes second-round lead at Pebble

February 10, 2006

Mike Weir got hot late Friday in the second round of the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, and thanks to birdies on each of the final three holes, he'll take a three-stroke lead into Saturday. First-round leader Luke Donald sits at 10-under, four strokes behind Weir.

Goosen, Campbell, Monty miss cut

February 10, 2006

KJ Choi of South Korea shot a 6-under-66 Friday for a two-shot lead over American Kevin Stadler after two rounds of the Johnnie Walker Classic. Choi had six birdies on the fast greens of the $2.1 million event at the Vines Resort and Country. Stadler had a 69 with an eagle on the 18th, two birdies and a bogey. He had shared the overnight lead with Australian Adam Scott, who slipped four shots back with a 71. "It was pretty tough," Stadler said. "The greens are getting fast and pretty hard.

Dick Harmon dies at 58

February 10, 2006

Dick Harmon, part of golf's most renowned teaching family and the son of former Masters champion Claude Harmon, died Friday. He was 58. Harmon died at Eisenhower Medical Center, hospital spokeswoman Lee Fowler said. She said she could not disclose the cause of death. Harmon had been teaching at the Dick Harmon School of Golf at Redstone Country Club near Houston. Among his clients were Masters champions Fred Couples and Craig Stadler and former PGA champion Lanny Wadkins.

Tiger opens $25M learning center

February 10, 2006

Tiger Woods didn't have to hit a spectacular shot or pump his fist to find satisfaction. Instead, he gripped an oversized pair of scissors and cut the ribbon to officially open his $25 million learning center Friday aimed at helping children find their way. "This is by far the greatest thing that has ever happened to me," said Woods, a winner of 57 tournaments worldwide and 10 major championships. "This is bigger than golf. This is bigger than anything I've done on the golf course.

Weir leads at Pebble Beach

February 10, 2006

Mike Weir takes a three-shot lead at the halfway stage of the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am.

Choi Bounds into the Lead at The Vines

February 10, 2006

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Beautiful Back Nine Puts Noren in Control in Costa Rica

February 10, 2006

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WGCs battling with the W bit

February 10, 2006

Ernie Els, who has been playing golf around the globe since he was 14, is among those who wonder if the World Golf Championships is guilty of false advertising. ' It's a bit crazy,' he said. '

Garcia to skip WGC Match Play

February 10, 2006

Sergio Garcia will skip the Match Play Championship in two weeks, the fourth straight year the tournament will be missing a top-ranked player.

Scott seeks back-to-back wins

February 10, 2006

Adam Scott will attempt to become the first player to win back-to-back titles at the Johnny Walker Golf Classic when the A$2.8 million (US$2.17 million) tournament begins at The Vines on Thursday.

Stand up and be counted - Zhang

February 10, 2006

Chinese trailblazer Zhang Lian-wei has called on the country's young golf players to stand up and be counted, while taking a swipe at mainland authorities for failing to support him. '

Golfer Off to SA for the PGA Championship

February 10, 2006

Joe Nawanga, the towering professional golfer, is bound for Johannesburg, South Africa, to compete in the prestigious and highly competitive Telkom PGA Championship that is scheduled from 16 to 19 February.

Choi leads Johnnie Walker Classic, Stadler lurking

February 10, 2006

PERTH, Australia -- Pre-tournament favorite Retief Goosen, U.S. Open champion Michael Campbell and European Order of Merit holder Colin Montgomerie missed the cut Friday as South Korea's K.J.

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February 10, 2006

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Holmes and Watson offer clues on future of game

February 10, 2006

By LORNE RUBENSTEIN Wednesday, February 8, 2006, Page S8 As theories go, the one that educational psychologist Dr. Richard Coop proposes about why self-taught PGA Tour rookies J.B. Holmes and Bubba Watson are showing up big is worth considering.

Weir 9 under, one back

February 10, 2006

Weir 9 under, one back Canadian shoots 63 in opening round DOUG FERGUSON Associated Press PEBBLE BEACH, CALIF. -- Luke Donald was in the group ahead when Phil Mickelson blistered Spyglass Hill last year for a course-record round of 62.

Positive forecast for Pebble Beach

February 10, 2006

Positive forecast for Pebble Beach DOUG FERGUSON Associated Press PEBBLE BEACH, CALIF. --

Scott, Stadler share Johnnie Walker lead

February 10, 2006

Scott, Stadler share Johnnie Walker lead Associated Press Perth, Australia -- Adam Scott of Australia made a strong start to his Johnnie Walker Classic defence yesterday, sharing the first-round lead with American Kevin Stadler.Scott, ranked No.

Garcia to avoid San Diego

February 10, 2006

Sergio Garcia is likely to miss the Accenture World Match Play Championship, which starts in San Diego on February 23.

Jackets Extend Lead in Hawaii

February 10, 2006

9, 2006 ATLANTA - Cameron Tringale shot a four-under-par 67 in second round action to pace the third-ranked Yellow Jackets to a 14-shot lead at the UH Hilo Invitational in Waikoloa, Hawaii.

Weir

February 10, 2006

By Mike Wilsonwith Matthew Rudy Golf DigestNovember 2002 View his swing in motion. ( Face-on) View his swing in motion. ( Up-the-line) From his days as a hockey-playing kid in Canada, Mike Weir has always had a knack for scoring.

Donald

February 10, 2006

By Luke Donald Golf DigestFebruary 2003 View his swing in motion. ( Face-on) View his swing in motion. (

a 10-under 62 in Thursday's opening round

February 10, 2006

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Saltman takes honours for second time

February 10, 2006

Playing in the Ben Sayers Trophy event over Gullane No.3, the Craigielaw star shot a sizzling 61 to claim the scratch spoils. His seven-under-par effort contained an eagle and five birdies, all of which left Saltman two shots clear of the field.

Monty and Drummond in the hunt

February 10, 2006

Defending champion Scott and Stadler shot eight-under 64s at The Vines Resort and Country Club, one shot ahead of South Korean KJ Choi.

Monty and Goosen miss Walker cut

February 10, 2006

Colin Montgomerie missed his second straight cut after he shot a dismal second-round of 74 at the Johnnie Walker Classic in Perth. The Scot, who also made an early exit in Dubai, needed an eagle at the last but took par and finished on level par.

Miles, McLean move Frogs into tie for ninth

February 10, 2006

Miles, McLean move Frogs into tie for ninth TCU just four strokes out of fourth place with 18 holes remaining Feb.

Donald leads at Pebble Beach

February 10, 2006

Donald shot a record-equalling 10-under 62 to top the leaderboard ahead of Canadian Mike Weir, who trails the world number 16 by just a single shot.

Flawless Choi On Song In Perth

February 10, 2006

Johnnie Walker Classic Vines Resort and Country Club, Perth GB and Ire.

Els confirmed for K Club

February 10, 2006

IRISH fans will get a close look at Ernie Els in July when The Big Easy plays in the Smurfit European Open on the South Course at the K Club, Karl MacGinty.

Kid to join Ryder Cup big boys after fastest $1m in Tour history

February 10, 2006

Golf Karl MacGinty TIGER WOODS wasn't the only American to post a sobering message to European Ryder Cup captain Ian Woosnam at the weekend.

Irish players up in arms over Ryder Cup tickets

February 10, 2006

Karl McGinty IRELAND'S professional golfers are bottom of the heap when it comes to Ryder Cup tickets.

Harrington tipped for the green jacket

February 10, 2006

Bernie McGuire in Perth FRED COUPLES has singled out Pdraig Harrington as one of his favourites for the season's first Major at Augusta.

Power surge won't perturb Woods

February 10, 2006

Mark Garrod TIGER WOODS said yesterday that nothing can stop golf balls being hit further and further by the game's top players. '

Hirsute Scott set to scalp his rivals

February 10, 2006

Bernie McGuire in Perth ADAM SCOTT has three goals in the Johnnie Walker Classic, one of which is to avoid the barber's as a bet!

'I'm under pressure for Cup' - Harrington

February 10, 2006

Golf Karl MacGinty WITH seven months to go before the cut-off for Ryder Cup selection, Padraig Harrington last night acknowledged he was under pressure to make the team.

Donald matches Mickelson's mark

February 10, 2006

Luke Donald was in the group ahead when Phil Mickelson blistered Spyglass Hill last year for a course-record 62.

No. 19 Ohio State Competes at Regional Challenge

February 10, 2006

8, 2006 COLUMBUS, Ohio - The No. 19 Ohio State women's golf team travels to Palos Verdes, Calif., Feb. 13-15 for the Northrop Grumman Regional Challenge. The three-day event will be held on the par 71 Palos Verdes Golf Club (5,912 yds.).

Brad Smith Resigns as Dayton's Coach

February 10, 2006

9, 2006 University of Dayton golf coach Brad Smith will resign his position, effective February 9, it was announced today. Smith cited increased responsibilities with his golfing business as the reason. '

Lady'Back Golf Ready for Second Semester of Success

February 10, 2006

By Cory Crawford Arkansas TravelerFayetteville, AR (CSTV U-WIRE) -- The Lady'Backs open their spring season this weekend at the Northop Grumman Regional Challenge in Palos Verdes, Calif. No.

FAU Finishes First Spring Tournament

February 10, 2006

7, 2006 ORLANDO, FL -- The 2006 UCF Invitational came to end on Tuesday afternoon with the Florida Atlantic University women's golf team carding in a two-round total of 637 (313-324) to finish in 12th place.

Lakers Finish Third At Kiawah Island Tournament

February 10, 2006

8, 2006 kiawah Island, S.C. - Seventh-ranked Grand Valley State carded a two-round total of 651 to finish third at the Tusculum college/Kiawah Island Women's Golf Intercollegiate at Cougar Point Golf Course.

Donald matches Mickelson's mark to take the lead in the AT&T Pebble Beach

February 10, 2006

AP) -- Luke Donald was in the group ahead when Phil Mickelson blistered Spyglass Hill last year for a course-record 62.

Golf settling into TV home

February 10, 2006

They've been successful for the Orlando-based channel, which went on the air 11 years ago. But its biggest break came last month. It could be called 'The Big Break: Ponte Vedra Beach.'

Red-Hot Holmes debuts in top 10 of latest U.S. Ryder Cup Points Standings

February 10, 2006

Holmes debuts in top 10 of latest U.S. Points Standings if 0) 0) PGA Team USA Standings ers competing for a spot on the 2006 U.S. team will accumulate points through the 88th at Medinah. The 36th will be played Sept.

Driver of Georgia is named the 59th President of the U.S. Golf Association

February 10, 2006

Walter W. Driver Jr.,

'Go Red For Women' movement named a Women's Golf Week beneficiary

February 10, 2006

The American Heart Association's 'Go Red For Women' movement has been selected as the beneficiary of the second annual Women's Golf Week, scheduled for June 3-10, 2006, at participating golf facilities across the country.

Ex-USGA President Ridley is named the 2006 PGA Distinguished Service Award recipient

February 10, 2006

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Fred S. Ridley of Tampa, Fla.,

PGA of America will host its fifth annual Jobs in Golf Month in February

February 10, 2006

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- The PGA of America officially kicked off its fifth annual National Jobs in Golf Month during the 2006 PGA Merchandise Show.

ESPN acquires rights to televise Friday coverage of Ryder Cup beginning in 2008

February 10, 2006

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Sports cable giant ESPN will broadcast live Friday coverage of the Ryder Cup in 2008, 2010, 2012 and 2014, under an agreement with NBC Sports announced Thursday.

Monty and Goosen miss Perth cut

February 10, 2006

Colin Montgomerie and Retief Goosen both miss the cut at the Johnnie Walker Classic in Australia.

Choi, Simpson shine at Vines

February 10, 2006

Choi was satisfied with how his second round went and points to his current form as a result of playing percentage golf.'As far as my approach to the game, I've been going hole by hole.

Donald heats up Pebbles

February 10, 2006

To shoot 62 is very pleasing.'

Scott the one to beat

February 10, 2006

The opening day saw the revised course at The Vines routed by a quality field. Ninety players were par or better ensuring the cut will fall in the red numbers on Friday night.

Golf/Seri Selangor PGA Championship: Murthy leads on day three

February 10, 2006

ASIAN TOUR card holder S. Murthy still leads the Seri Selangor PGA Championship after day three of the tournament held at the Seri Selangor Golf Club and Country Club in Petaling Jaya yesterday.

The knock on Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson? They don't play enough. The criticism of Vijay Singh? Maybe he pl

February 10, 2006

Boy, we media folks are tough. First, Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson were roundly criticized for skipping some PGA Tour events and playing others during the offseason.

Did Jose Maria Olazabal and John Daly miss those putts because it was Tiger Woods -- or is the trend simply th

February 10, 2006

We're four weeks into a new season, and here's the news flash: Other than Bubba Watson and Nathan Green, not much has changed. It always comes down to putting, and Tiger Woods is still winning golf tournaments.

Tiger Woods still trails Jack Nicklaus in career major championships, but the debate as to which player is the

February 10, 2006

Jack Nicklaus officially owns 18 career major victories -- but that number increases to 20 if you ask him. The Golden Bear counts his two U.S.

or maybe Davis Love III

February 10, 2006

At this time last year, everyone on tour was talking about the weather, but this year -- contrary to the popular saying -- someone apparently has done something about it.

TWIG: Singh is this week's pick to win

February 10, 2006

If last week's FBR Open serves as the tour's biggest frat party, then this week's AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am is its society ball.

Harig: Is Vijay playing too much?

February 10, 2006

Vijay Singh has been known to practice on Christmas Day, so it is no surprise to see him load up his tournament schedule. The man loves to play golf, loves to compete and does not seem to be slowing down with age.

Top players commit to New Orleans' PGA Tour event

February 10, 2006

NEW ORLEANS -- Hurricane Katrina sent the Zurich Classic back to its old course this year, but that won't deter some of the PGA's top players from playing in New Orleans.

Scott, Stadler lead Johnnie Walker

February 10, 2006

PERTH, Australia - Kevin Stadler, the son of golf star Craig Stadler, and defending champion Adam Scott of Australia shot 8-under-par 64s Thursday to share the first-round lead at the Johnnie Walker Classic.South Korea's K.J.

Donald fires 62 to lead Pebble Beach Pro-Am

February 10, 2006

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. - Luke Donald was in the group ahead when Phil Mickelson blistered Spyglass Hill last year for a course-record 62.

Leaderboard from Pebble Beach

February 10, 2006

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February 10, 2006

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Business as Usual as Scott Races to the Front

February 10, 2006

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2006 GCA Conference at Ryder Cup venue

February 10, 2006

2006 GCA Conference at Ryder Cup venue Following last year's well-attended inaugural Conference at the St Andrews Bay Resort, the Golf Consultants Association today announced the venue for the follow-up event. '

Record-breaker signs up for London Show

February 10, 2006

Record-breaker signs up for London Show Golfbreaks.com has celebrated record results by signing up again for the London Golf Show. '

Donald matches Mickelson's mark at Pebble Beach

February 10, 2006

Donald matches Mickelson's mark at Pebble BeachPEBBLE BEACH, Calif. ( AP) - Luke Donald was in the group ahead when Phil Mickelson blistered Spyglass Hill last year for a course-record 62.

Superb Donald secures Pro-Am lead

February 10, 2006

England's Luke Donald leads the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am after firing an opening 10-under-par 62.